Whole30 Breakfast Recipes: 30 Healthy, Delicious Ideas

If you’re on the Whole30 diet and realize that even naturally sweetened Paleo versions of pancakes, muffins, and other breakfast favorites are off the table, you might have a moment of panic.

But there are plenty of options for the Whole30 community that are just as savory and satisfying (and still Paleo). Here are 30 delicious recipes to help you achieve amazing results in your 30 days of clean eating.

1. Eggs in Hash Brown Nests

It doesn’t get more classic than eggs and hash browns, but when you combine them into a single dish and bake them in a muffin pan? It also doesn’t get more convenient.

2. Paleo Breakfast Casserole

Not only does this dish include breakfast classics like eggs and bacon, but it also works in some sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts for that added fiber and veggie power. The nutritional yeast in this dish will give it a cheesy flavor that will almost feel like cheating!

4. Blackberry Sage Breakfast Sausage

Fruit in a sausage? While apple is more common, these delightful breakfast meats bring in the slightly sour taste of blackberry for an amazingly sweet and savory result that will have you going back for seconds (and thirds).

5. AIP Breakfast Stir Fry

Chicken for breakfast? While not the most common morning protein, this dish will prove that chicken works for all meals of the day. Bonus: use whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand to customize this dish for all times of the year.

8. Sweet Potato Apple Breakfast Bake

Missing muffins or pancakes on your Whole30? This dish gives the illusion of an actual baked good, but is entirely vegetable based. With no added sweeteners, but plenty of warming flavors, it’ll be on your menu long after your 30 days are up.

9. Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Bake

For the convenience of a one-dish muffin, this breakfast is five-star. Pairing pork sausage with versatile spaghetti squash, this dish is perfect for breakfast on the go or something easy to feed the kids.

11. Shrimp and Avocado Omelet

While most omelets are going to use bacon or veggies, this one changes things up by throwing in some shrimp and using chopped avocado for a topping. Try subbing in salmon if you want another option for an omega-3 rich breakfast.

12. Eggplant Toast

Sweet potatoes, step aside: there’s a new toast in town. For three twists on a unique version of this grain-free toast, this eggplant base swaps out different flavors like tomato and basil, egg and bacon, or prosciutto and fig.

13. BLT Breakfast Salad with Soft-Boiled Eggs and Avocado

Salads are an excellent way to start the day off with a nice heap of vegetables, and they’re actually more filling than pastries or sugary breakfasts. This salad brings in classic breakfast flavors by pairing eggs and bacon with tons of fresh lettuce and juicy tomatoes.

15. Breakfast Meatloaf

Think meatloaf is only for Grandma’s dinner table? This version includes an egg tucked in the center and provides every expected ounce of comfort from such savory ingredients as bacon and pork. Of course, nothing’s stopping you from adding this to the dinner menu, too.

16. Salmon Eggs Benedict with Sweet Potato “Muffins”

This antioxidant-rich breakfast pairs a hefty dose of omega-3’s with anti-inflammatory turmeric. The combo of sweet potatoes and salmon will satisfy sweet and salty palates, and will keep you full right up until lunch.

17. Sausage and Broccolini Frittata

Not sure how to use broccolini? It’s a cousin of broccoli, and in a dish like this it offers a depth of flavor that will have you running back for more. Can’t find broccolini? Broccoli swaps out here just fine.

18. Asparagus Benedict

The Hollandaise sauce in this recipe alone is enough to make this become your go-to meal of the day. Asparagus and eggs are a classic pairing that work well prepped in many ways, and this creamy dish is no exception.

19. Mango Bacon Butternut Squash Hash

If you’re someone who needs more starch for breakfast, this is the perfect way to boost your energy. With no added sweeteners, this dish has a sweet and tangy flavor that’s perfectly offset by the hint of bacony goodness.

20. Egg in a Hole with Basil Pesto

As easy on the eyes as they are tasty, these eggs in a hole transform the classic childhood favorite into a gourmet, veggie-full breakfast for health-conscious adults. The basil pesto takes them to the next level. Spoiler: you’ll want to use it on everything else, too.

21. Kale and Mushroom Sausage Patties

Fennel and ginger make these sausage patties anything but boring, and the mushrooms and kale add a surprising amount of richness to the pork that provides an anything-but-dry sausage. Make these in big batches and freeze for quick and convenient breakfasts or snacks.

22. Berry Coconut Chia Smoothie

While most smoothies may not feel rich enough to replace a meal, the coconut and chia come together nicely in this one to provide a high fiber, filling result. Change up the berries for different flavor combinations and experiment with adding extra boosts, like matcha or maca.

24. Chia Pudding Breakfast Bowl

Not only is this the most Instagrammable breakfast you’ll find, it’s also quick and preps in as little as five minutes. Chia seeds are rich in fiber that will keep you full for hours, and your preferred fruit toppings will add just the right amount of natural sweetness.

25. Breakfast Sausage Quiche

Pop this breakfast in the oven while you hop in the shower and enjoy the fluffy, bubbly goodness of baked eggs with savory pork sausage in less than half an hour. Not a fan of pork? Sub in chicken or turkey sausage for an equally satisfying meal.

26. Berries with Coconut and Lime

Need a vegan-friendly Whole30 breakfast? The fat in the coconut milk will keep you feeling full, while the berries give a nice carb boost without disrupting blood sugar (thanks to their low-glycemic impact).

27. Apricot Fig Breakfast Salad

The toasty cashews are the surprising star of this dish, but the earthy sweetness of figs is a nice way to brighten your morning. Bonus: this salad packs well the night before in case of an early morning.

28. Shrimp and Bacon Breakfast Wrap

Who says you need grains for a satisfying wrap? These adorably compact breakfast wraps are rolled up in collard leaves, the perfect way to get more of these highly nutritious greens in your diet. While the sauce is optional if you’re really in a hurry, you won’t want to miss out on the garlicky goodness that you’ll soon want to dip everything in.

30. Green Veggie Eggs

The ultra-greenness of these eggs will have you searching for some ham to pair them with, but in all reality, this is a brilliant way to sneak in some veggies for picky eaters or just kids who love a good side of green eggs with their ham.

Aimee McNew

Aimee McNew is a Certified Nutritionist who specializes in women's health, thyroid problems, infertility, and digestive wellness. She ate her way back to health using a Paleo diet, lost 80 pounds, and had a healthy baby after numerous miscarriages. She focuses on simple nutrition practices that promote long-lasting results.